Cricket is big chance

MELISSA Redman isn't regularly accustomed to the bat and ball, but working in media is right up her alley.

The 19-year-old is studying for a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Tasmania.

Majoring in journalism, media and communications, she said volunteering for the Cricket World Cup in Hobart would be a great insight into the reality of working in the media industry.

The former Coaster has applied to help run one of the biggest sporting events in the world, with more than one billion people expected to watch the global broadcast when it moves throughout Australia.

"The experience that the event offers is invaluable," Miss Redman said.

"We are often told that employers favour experience over good grades in the journalism industry, and so I'm trying to gain as much experience as I can to fill out my resume before I graduate next year."

The Cricket World Cup is heading to Hobart in February next year and a call was made for volunteers to assist with managing the event.

Three World Cup matches will be held at Bellerive Oval in Hobart.

Miss Redman described volunteering at the cup as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

"It's particularly exciting that games are being held in Hobart," she said.

"I definitely want all the tourists who come to the Tasmanian games to have a great time in Tasmania, enjoy our beautiful state and hopefully be encouraged to come back on holiday another time.

"I have a lot of pride in our little island state and want to represent it as well as I possibly can."

There are a variety of volunteer roles available, each requiring different skills and experience, and those interested should visit www.cricketworldcup.com for further information.

Volunteers must be 18 years or older to apply.

Successful candidates applying for volunteer positions will be interviewed in May 2014.